Ladies' Day at the Scottish Grand National: A Glorious Racing Affair

The Scottish Grand National Festival 2025 started with a stylish Ladies' Day at Ayr Racecourse.

The April sunshine illuminated Ayr Racecourse for the first day of the Scottish Grand National Festival 2025. Thousands of attendees, dressed to the nines, arrived for Ladies' Day, making it a fashionable start to the weekend's racing. The main event, the Scottish Grand National, awaits on Saturday. Fashion took center stage, with various colors and accessories stealing the show. Even the racegoers themselves were a sight to behold as they enjoyed the races in the pleasant weather.

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